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de Havilland Canada DHC-1 Chipmunk G-AOUO
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de Havilland Canada DHC-1 Chipmunk G-AOUO
de Havilland Canada DHC-1 Chipmunk G-AOUO of Air Service Training. AOUO was purchsed by the Royal Air Force Gliding and Soaring Association in the early 1970s and converted to a Supermunk, powered by a 180hp Lycoming engine. The RAFGSA, having purchased the rights to this conversion, including drawings, tooling and spares, compketed several more Supermunk conversions to provide the RAFGSA with reliable, powerful and easy to maintain glider tugs. Date: circa 1965
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This photograph showcases the de Havilland Canada DHC-1 Chipmunk aircraft, specifically G-AOUO, which once belonged to Air Service Training. The image, taken circa 1965, depicts the Chipmunk in its original form before its transformation into a Supermunk by the Royal Air Force Gliding and Soaring Association (RAFGSA) in the early 1970s. G-AOUO was one of several Chipmunks purchased by the RAFGSA, and the acquisition came with the rights to the Supermunk conversion, including the drawings, tooling, and spares. This was a significant acquisition for the RAFGSA, as it allowed them to complete several more Supermunk conversions, providing them with reliable, powerful, and easy-to-maintain glider tugs. The Supermunk was a modified version of the Chipmunk, powered by a 180hp Lycoming engine, making it a more efficient and effective tug for towing gliders. The RAFGSA's investment in this conversion proved to be a wise one, as it enabled them to expand their operations and support the training of glider pilots more effectively. The Chipmunk, a versatile and iconic aircraft, has a rich history in aviation, with its roots dating back to the 1940s. Its distinctive design and capabilities have made it a favorite among pilots and aviation enthusiasts alike. In this photograph, we can see the Chipmunk in its element, ready for takeoff or to tow a glider, embodying the spirit of adventure and innovation that defines aviation transportation.
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